Engineering Technician III

CTI; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CTI is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to support DOE, DOD, and commercial projects. You will perform advanced tests, collect data, and assist with complex technical documentation, schematics, and reports.

You will oversee assembly and testing of systems, calibrate equipment, and mentor junior staff. You will travel as required, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations and collaborating with engineers across departments to resolve technical challenges.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent (required).
• 5 years of experience in an engineering technician role (required).
• Willingness to travel full-time and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced tests, measurements, and data collection for DOE, DOD, and commercial projects.
• Assist engineers and scientists in preparing technical documentation, schematics, blueprints, and reports.
• Oversee assembly, installation, and testing of engineering systems and prototypes.
• Maintain and troubleshoot advanced technical equipment, ensuring proper functionality and calibration.
• Lead fieldwork activities such as surveys and inspections, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians and engineering staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations on-site or in the lab.
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in directives or workloads.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem-Solving

Technical Expertise

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Equipment operation certifications

Safety certifications

Job description

• Perform advanced technical tasks to support engineering projects, including conducting tests, measurements, and data collection for DOE, DOD, and commercial projects.
• Assist engineers and scientists in preparing complex technical documentation, including schematics, blueprints, and reports.
• Oversee the assembly, installation, and testing of engineering systems and prototypes.
• Maintain and troubleshoot advanced technical equipment, ensuring proper functionality and calibration.
• Lead fieldwork activities such as surveys, inspections, and testing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians and engineering staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations while on-site or in the lab.
• Collaborate with engineers and other departments to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve technical challenges.
• Flexibility required. Within reason, changes to directives, assigned responsibilities, or work-related activities may be necessary at any time to respond to shifts in working conditions, opportunities, or company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced technical tasks to support engineering projects, including conducting tests, measurements, and data collection for DOE, DOD, and commercial projects.
• Assist engineers and scientists in preparing complex technical documentation, including schematics, blueprints, and reports.
• Oversee the assembly, installation, and testing of engineering systems and prototypes.
• Maintain and troubleshoot advanced technical equipment, ensuring proper functionality and calibration.
• Lead fieldwork activities such as surveys, inspections, and testing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians and engineering staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations while on-site or in the lab.
• Collaborate with engineers and other departments to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve technical challenges.
• Flexibility required. Within reason, changes to directives, assigned responsibilities, or work-related activities may be necessary at any time to respond to shifts in working conditions, opportunities, or company objectives.

Education, Experience And Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or a related field (required) or equivalent combination of education and experience; Bachelor's degree (preferred).
• 5 years of experience in an engineering technician role (required), with experience in government projects or highly regulated environments (preferred).
• Relevant technical certifications in equipment operation or safety (preferred).
• Proficiency in using engineering software, equipment, and tools. Knowledge of DOE, DOD, or commercial project standards (preferred).
• Employment is contingent upon an employee’s ability to pass a background check and comply with CTI’s drug and alcohol testing policy, including pre-employment and, where applicable, random or other testing during employment.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Must be able to travel on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements.

Skills And Competencies

• Exhibits CTI values.
• Safety and Quality First. We foster ownership and accountability for the highest level of safety and quality. We are committed to zero incidents and continually improving our performance based upon our successes, lessons learned and industry best practices.
• Integrity and Ethics. We treat our people, clients and partners with integrity and respect and operate with honesty and transparency.
• Our People. We are a compassionate and collaborative organization that truly values our people. We strive to recruit, encourage, challenge and empower our people to deliver high-quality, sustainable and cost-effective solutions while providing rewarding career opportunities at all levels.
• Teamwork. We assemble high-performing, cross-functional teams involving our people and partners to achieve our clients’ project goals and expectations.
• Innovation. We encourage and promote creative thinking that challenges the norm and brings about innovative solutions.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced understanding of engineering tools, equipment, and methods used in testing and analysis.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Leadership: Capability to lead and mentor junior technicians.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in technical documentation and measurements.
• Communication: Ability to explain technical concepts clearly, both orally and in writing.

CTI and Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided upon qualifications, merit, and business need.